If the NSA is only collecting "call" information, I see no issues. No one "talks" on their cell phones anymore. It's all text messages/twitter/facebook posting now.
I say we do this. Build a backdoor wiretap into ALL forms of electronic communications!! Once the backdoor has been compromised, we'll finally know what our government is doing behind those closed doors!!!
Tax dollars are also used at the department to help the entertainment industry. The FBI has its own Investigative Publicity and Public Affairs Unit, which is dedicated to helping Hollywood make movies and TV shows, including “The Kingdom,” “Fast and Furious 4,” “CSI,” “Numb3rs” and “Without a Trace.” This perk for Hollywood comes with an annual price tag of $1.5 million to the American taxpayer.
That came out about the same time as another quote from a TV exec, Garth Ancier, who has worked at Fox, NBC and WB, basically saying the same thing, arguing that an unnamed "two" of the four major networks are considering shutting down
I really wouldn't mind if FOX and CW/WB went off the air. I know I'm not the only one...
Basically, the government could give you pre-filled out forms with all the info it received from your employer and you could just review it, click okay, and be done with your taxes.
That's pretty much how I did my state taxes. I got a letter in the mail with my CSN Number, went to the state franchise tax site, reviewed my info (that was automatically filled out from the info my employer provided) and clicked 3 buttons to file my taxes. Then I just filled out my bank info for the refund. Took all of 5 mins to do my state taxes...The Federal return was a different story...
Because Apple has run out of innovative ideas a LONG time ago.
Also, this protection will be EASY to crack. Just get a darkened room and a video camera. Set the video camera on a tripod looking at the TV and have your audio coming from your sound system into the audio inputs of your camera. Voila!!! Instant DRM-free copy!!!
To truly have a leakproof pipe, Apple will need a way to also control the space between the screen and our eyes.
VI is the text editor I use by default when I'm in a Unix environment. Yes, there's a slight learning curve to learn the 2 editing modes and keyboard commands, but once mastered, it's great. You have to remember most Unix programmers are used to doing stuff via "command line". By integrating that into VI, you can navigate text files and make changes without ever having your hands leave the keyboard.
Hey, I have a wonderful idea...Quit remaking movies and actually come up with an original idea...If you create a movie that hasn't been done yet, you won't have to worry about stepping on anyone's toes.
Because really...How many times does "The Wizard of Oz" need to be redone???
I'm 41 years old and still play video games...I think that qualifies me as an "Adult"...and no...I won't shut up. In fact, keep this up and I see a Senator that probably won't get my vote next election cycle.
Here's a tip to the RIAA/MPAA and all related groups: if you want to be taken more seriously, stop attacking your fans and try to figure out how to better serve them.
The RIAA/MPAA are better serving us...Serving us court summons for alleged infringement!!!
On the post: Microsoft Capitulates, Removes Online DRM From Xbox One
I forsee all Xbox One games being sold as "online games" There will be no "offline" games offered.
On the post: Leaked Document Shows The NSA Is Harvesting Call Data On Millions Of Verizon Subscribers
On the post: NYC Says Renting Out Your Place Via Airbnb Is Running An Illegal Hotel
Re:
On the post: DOJ And Dept. Of Education To Colleges: Start Restricting Free Speech On Campus Or Kiss Your Federal Funding Goodbye
/sarcasm
On the post: CISPA Sponsor Mike Rogers May Go On To Lead The FBI
On the post: Prenda Lawyer Says Judge Wright's Order Is Inapplicable In Georgia Because California Recognizes Gay Marriage
Wait...Did Prenda Law just invoke the "Chewbacca Defense"?
On the post: Dr. Phil Sues Deadspin For Reporting On Manti T'eo Hoax Even Though Deadspin Broke The Story
Shortest litigation ever...
On the post: DOJ Wants To Be Able To Fine Tech Companies Who Don't Let It Wiretap Your Communications
On the post: Surprise: Rep. Bob Goodlatte Thinks The Justice Department Is Too Cozy With Hollywood
So tell me again why Numb3rs was cancelled???
On the post: Hilarious And Ridiculous: Networks Threaten To Pull Channels Off The Air If Aereo & Dish Win Lawsuits
I really wouldn't mind if FOX and CW/WB went off the air. I know I'm not the only one...
On the post: Intuit Continues To Make Sure Filing Taxes Is Complicated
That's pretty much how I did my state taxes. I got a letter in the mail with my CSN Number, went to the state franchise tax site, reviewed my info (that was automatically filled out from the info my employer provided) and clicked 3 buttons to file my taxes. Then I just filled out my bank info for the refund. Took all of 5 mins to do my state taxes...The Federal return was a different story...
On the post: There's No IP In Team: How Protectionism Is Holding Back Sports Metrics (And Everything Else)
On the post: Sweet Brown Has Her Voice Autotuned, Sues 'iTunes' And Others For $15 Million
On the post: Apple's Patent For Creating A Leak-Proof Data Pipe, And Why It's Doomed To Fail
Re: HDCP?
Also, this protection will be EASY to crack. Just get a darkened room and a video camera. Set the video camera on a tripod looking at the TV and have your audio coming from your sound system into the audio inputs of your camera. Voila!!! Instant DRM-free copy!!!
To truly have a leakproof pipe, Apple will need a way to also control the space between the screen and our eyes.
On the post: Microsoft: Just Kidding, You Can Transfer Licenses For Your Retail Versions Of Office
Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re:
On the post: The Insanity Of Making A 'Wizard Of Oz' Film In Today's IP Climate
Remakes, remakes, remakes...
Because really...How many times does "The Wizard of Oz" need to be redone???
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adaptations_of_The_Wizard_of_Oz
On the post: California Senator Leland Yee Tells Gamers To Shut Up And Let The Grown Ups Talk
Re:
On the post: California Senator Leland Yee Tells Gamers To Shut Up And Let The Grown Ups Talk
On the post: Martin Luther King's 'I Have A Dream' Video Taken Down On Internet Freedom Day
There, their, and they're. Three different words. You used the wrong one...twice.
On the post: First Three Strikes Case In New Zealand Goes To Hearing
The RIAA/MPAA are better serving us...Serving us court summons for alleged infringement!!!
Next >>